⚡ We’re Hiring: Electric Journeyman Lineman! ⚡
Electric Journeyman Linemen — thinking about your next move?
Join a team that keeps an entire community powered year-round. The City of Batavia is seeking a skilled Journeyman Lineman to become part of our Electric Operations crew. This is your opportunity to do meaningful, hands-on work while serving the community you support every day.
What we offer:
🔌 A strong, supportive crew
💼 Competitive union pay & excellent benefits
⚡ Stable, year-round municipal work
🏙️ The chance to make a real, visible impact
Requirements:
Must have a valid Electric Journeyman Lineman card to be considered.
Must live within 16 miles of Batavia corporate limits within 1 year of hire.
Valid Illinois Class A CDL.
If you're ready to bring your skills to a team that values reliability, safety, and service—this is the role for you.
👉 Apply today and power Batavia forward! https://lnkd.in/gt5wCBmq
Electric Journeyman Linemen — thinking about your next move?
Join a team that keeps an entire community powered year-round. The City of Batavia is seeking a skilled Journeyman Lineman to become part of our Electric Operations crew. This is your opportunity to do meaningful, hands-on work while serving the community you support every day.
What we offer:
🔌 A strong, supportive crew
💼 Competitive union pay & excellent benefits
⚡ Stable, year-round municipal work
🏙️ The chance to make a real, visible impact
Requirements:
Must have a valid Electric Journeyman Lineman card to be considered.
Must live within 16 miles of Batavia corporate limits within 1 year of hire.
Valid Illinois Class A CDL.
If you're ready to bring your skills to a team that values reliability, safety, and service—this is the role for you.
👉 Apply today and power Batavia forward! https://lnkd.in/gt5wCBmq
Citywide fire hydrant flushing will begin Monday, April 13, as part of the City’s annual water system maintenance program.
Hydrant flushing helps maintain water quality and ensures hydrants are operating properly for fire protection. Residents may notice temporary drops in water pressure or discolored water during flushing activities. If discoloration occurs, run cold water for a few minutes until it clears.
Signs will be posted in neighborhoods to notify residents when flushing is occurring in their area.
We appreciate your patience as crews complete this important work. Visit bataviail.gov for updates and additional information.
Hydrant flushing helps maintain water quality and ensures hydrants are operating properly for fire protection. Residents may notice temporary drops in water pressure or discolored water during flushing activities. If discoloration occurs, run cold water for a few minutes until it clears.
Signs will be posted in neighborhoods to notify residents when flushing is occurring in their area.
We appreciate your patience as crews complete this important work. Visit bataviail.gov for updates and additional information.
We’re hiring!
The City of Batavia is excited to offer two hands-on internship opportunities for individuals interested in building real-world experience in GIS:
🔹 GIS Intern (Temporary – through end of 2026)
Work primarily in an office setting supporting utility-focused GIS initiatives, including data editing, mapping, and analysis. This role also includes fieldwork as needed and provides hands-on training with industry tools.
🔹 GPS/GIS Intern (Summer Internship)
Spend your summer in the field collecting and verifying infrastructure data using GPS technology, with some office work to support data processing and integration. A great opportunity for those looking for a more field-focused experience.
Both roles offer:
✔ Hands-on training with ESRI tools and GPS equipment
✔ Experience working with real municipal utility data
✔ Opportunities to support multiple City departments
✔ A chance to build valuable, career-ready skills
If you’re looking to gain practical experience and make an impact in your community, we encourage you to apply! https://lnkd.in/gHWQvBDF
The City of Batavia is excited to offer two hands-on internship opportunities for individuals interested in building real-world experience in GIS:
🔹 GIS Intern (Temporary – through end of 2026)
Work primarily in an office setting supporting utility-focused GIS initiatives, including data editing, mapping, and analysis. This role also includes fieldwork as needed and provides hands-on training with industry tools.
🔹 GPS/GIS Intern (Summer Internship)
Spend your summer in the field collecting and verifying infrastructure data using GPS technology, with some office work to support data processing and integration. A great opportunity for those looking for a more field-focused experience.
Both roles offer:
✔ Hands-on training with ESRI tools and GPS equipment
✔ Experience working with real municipal utility data
✔ Opportunities to support multiple City departments
✔ A chance to build valuable, career-ready skills
If you’re looking to gain practical experience and make an impact in your community, we encourage you to apply! https://lnkd.in/gHWQvBDF
City of Batavia offices will be closed Friday, April 3, in observance of the Spring Holiday.
If you need assistance during this time, please contact the Batavia Police Department non-emergency line at 630-454-2500.
City offices will reopen during normal business hours on Monday.
Please note: The week of April 6–10 is not a refuse and recycling collection holiday week. Collection will occur on your normal scheduled day.
Good news! The City of Batavia’s refuse and recycling vendor Groot will start sticker-free yard waste collection this week, beginning Monday, March 30 and continuing through April 17. Beginning April 20, yard waste bags will need to have a sticker. Yard waste is collected on residents' regularly scheduled refuse and recycling pickup day. For details visit: https://www.bataviail.gov/o/pw/page/yard-waste.
📬 Utility Payment Drop Box Has Moved
One of the City of Batavia’s utility billing payment drop boxes has a new location.
The drop box has been relocated from the west side parking lot to the turnaround circle just north of City Hall (100 N. Island Ave.) on the east side of the circle.
As always, payments placed in the drop box are collected regularly and processed securely.
Questions about your utility bill or payment options? Visit bataviail.gov or contact the Utility Billing department at 630-454-2020.
One of the City of Batavia’s utility billing payment drop boxes has a new location.
The drop box has been relocated from the west side parking lot to the turnaround circle just north of City Hall (100 N. Island Ave.) on the east side of the circle.
As always, payments placed in the drop box are collected regularly and processed securely.
Questions about your utility bill or payment options? Visit bataviail.gov or contact the Utility Billing department at 630-454-2020.
Big news for Batavia 👏
Assistant Public Works Director Jeremy Barkei has been named one of America’s 250 Public Service Champions by the National Academy of Public Administration and Local Gov 250—a national honor recognizing excellence, innovation, and dedication in public service.
While the award recognizes Jeremy’s leadership, he emphasized that this achievement reflects the entire Water Division team and their shared commitment to eliminating lead from Batavia’s water system. Together, they’ve accomplished:
• $13 million secured in no-interest and principal forgiveness loans
• 390 post-replacement water samples collected
• 852 lead service lines replaced
• 1,762 investigative appointments conducted
This work has been completed alongside the team’s daily responsibilities for water production, treatment, and distribution.
Their efforts are making a real difference by improving public health, strengthening infrastructure, and delivering results for our community.
Please join us in congratulating Jeremy and thanking our Water Division team for their outstanding service to Batavia. 💧
Assistant Public Works Director Jeremy Barkei has been named one of America’s 250 Public Service Champions by the National Academy of Public Administration and Local Gov 250—a national honor recognizing excellence, innovation, and dedication in public service.
While the award recognizes Jeremy’s leadership, he emphasized that this achievement reflects the entire Water Division team and their shared commitment to eliminating lead from Batavia’s water system. Together, they’ve accomplished:
• $13 million secured in no-interest and principal forgiveness loans
• 390 post-replacement water samples collected
• 852 lead service lines replaced
• 1,762 investigative appointments conducted
This work has been completed alongside the team’s daily responsibilities for water production, treatment, and distribution.
Their efforts are making a real difference by improving public health, strengthening infrastructure, and delivering results for our community.
Please join us in congratulating Jeremy and thanking our Water Division team for their outstanding service to Batavia. 💧
🏛️ Batavia Committee of the Whole Meeting – March 24
The Batavia City Council Committee of the Whole will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 in City Council Chambers, 100 N. Island Avenue.
Agenda highlights include:
• Safe Routes to School sidewalk project (Willow & Bluestem Lanes)
• State housing bill discussion
• Energy task force update
Meetings are open to the public, and residents are encouraged to attend and stay informed.
🔗 View the full agenda: https://bataviail.community.diligentoneplatform.com/home/meeting/document/250
The Batavia City Council Committee of the Whole will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 in City Council Chambers, 100 N. Island Avenue.
Agenda highlights include:
• Safe Routes to School sidewalk project (Willow & Bluestem Lanes)
• State housing bill discussion
• Energy task force update
Meetings are open to the public, and residents are encouraged to attend and stay informed.
🔗 View the full agenda: https://bataviail.community.diligentoneplatform.com/home/meeting/document/250
🌿 Curbside Brush Collection Begins in April 🌿
Brush collection season is almost here. Curbside residential brush collection is available to residents who pay the $5 monthly leaf and brush fee on their utility bill. Seven collections are scheduled throughout the 2026 season.
🗓 Upcoming Collection Dates
• East Side: April 6
• West Side: April 13
⚠️ Important Reminder
Collection weeks vary each month, so your pickup may not fall on the same week each time.
🌳 Collection Guidelines
• Place brush and limbs at the curb by 7 a.m. Monday of your scheduled week
• Set out no earlier than the weekend before
• Crews make one pass only—materials placed out late will be collected during the next cycle
🗺 Track Your Pickup
Follow progress using the online pickup map. Updates are posted by 9 a.m., Tuesday–Friday. If your street is marked in green, collection is complete for that cycle.
🔗 Learn more and view the map:
bataviail.gov/o/pw/page/brush-collection
Brush collection season is almost here. Curbside residential brush collection is available to residents who pay the $5 monthly leaf and brush fee on their utility bill. Seven collections are scheduled throughout the 2026 season.
🗓 Upcoming Collection Dates
• East Side: April 6
• West Side: April 13
⚠️ Important Reminder
Collection weeks vary each month, so your pickup may not fall on the same week each time.
🌳 Collection Guidelines
• Place brush and limbs at the curb by 7 a.m. Monday of your scheduled week
• Set out no earlier than the weekend before
• Crews make one pass only—materials placed out late will be collected during the next cycle
🗺 Track Your Pickup
Follow progress using the online pickup map. Updates are posted by 9 a.m., Tuesday–Friday. If your street is marked in green, collection is complete for that cycle.
🔗 Learn more and view the map:
bataviail.gov/o/pw/page/brush-collection
Following the regular Batavia City Council meeting on Monday, March 16, the City Council’s Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss public comments on Batavia’s preliminary Integrated Resource Plan (IRP).
The meeting will take place in City Council Chambers, 100 N. Island Ave., and is open to the public.
The IRP helps guide Batavia’s long-term energy planning, including considerations around reliability, costs, and future energy resources. Residents interested in Batavia’s energy future are encouraged to attend.
For a meeting agenda, visit: https://bataviail.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=349
The meeting will take place in City Council Chambers, 100 N. Island Ave., and is open to the public.
The IRP helps guide Batavia’s long-term energy planning, including considerations around reliability, costs, and future energy resources. Residents interested in Batavia’s energy future are encouraged to attend.
For a meeting agenda, visit: https://bataviail.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=349
The Batavia City Council Committee of the Whole meets at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 10, City Hall, 100 N. Island Ave. Agenda items include a conditional use permit to allow the Batavia School District to buy property at 812 Main St. and use it for expanded storage and office operations; a temporary pause on TIF #7 and cancellation of the public hearing; regulation of e-mobility devices; discussion on holiday decorations; and more.
For the complete agenda, visit https://bataviail.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=249
For the complete agenda, visit https://bataviail.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=249
📢 Draft Plan Update: We’ve compiled responses to community feedback and questions on Batavia’s Draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP).
The draft plan—focused on long-term energy planning, renewable and conventional energy sources, and key economic and environmental considerations—has been available for public review since fall 2025.
To see how your input helped shape the draft plan, review the document summarizing community feedback and City responses here: Community Feedback Responses.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to share questions and comments—your participation is an important part of this process.
Batavia City Council Meeting – Monday, March 2
The Batavia City Council will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 2 at Batavia City Hall (100 N. Island Ave.).
Agenda items include:
• Final approval of the construction contract for the new River Street Plaza
• A strategic plan update
• A Women’s History Month proclamation
• And more
View the full agenda at:
👉 https://bataviail.community.diligentoneplatform.com/home/meeting/document/200
All meetings are open to the public.
The Batavia City Council will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 2 at Batavia City Hall (100 N. Island Ave.).
Agenda items include:
• Final approval of the construction contract for the new River Street Plaza
• A strategic plan update
• A Women’s History Month proclamation
• And more
View the full agenda at:
👉 https://bataviail.community.diligentoneplatform.com/home/meeting/document/200
All meetings are open to the public.
Stay safe and confident online! 💻🔐
Join us for an Internet Safety & Online Scams program at the Batavia Public Library on March 11 from 1–3:30 p.m.
Tony LaPalio, founder and CEO of Senior Tech Support, will share practical tips to help you protect yourself online, spot scams, and navigate the internet with confidence.
Batavia Community Police Officer Liz Webb will also discuss common local scams and explain how to report scams or fraud to law enforcement.
📍 Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Ave.
📞 Questions? Call 630-879-1393
Visit https://www.bataviapubliclibrary.org/event/internet-safety-and-online-scams-2880.
Join us for an Internet Safety & Online Scams program at the Batavia Public Library on March 11 from 1–3:30 p.m.
Tony LaPalio, founder and CEO of Senior Tech Support, will share practical tips to help you protect yourself online, spot scams, and navigate the internet with confidence.
Batavia Community Police Officer Liz Webb will also discuss common local scams and explain how to report scams or fraud to law enforcement.
📍 Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Ave.
📞 Questions? Call 630-879-1393
Visit https://www.bataviapubliclibrary.org/event/internet-safety-and-online-scams-2880.
⚡ Journeyman Linemen — thinking about your next move?
Come join a team that keeps an entire community powered year-round. The City of Batavia is hiring a Journeyman Lineman to join our Electric Operations crew. Enjoy competitive union pay, strong benefits, steady municipal work, and the chance to make a real impact every day.
🔌 Great crew
💼 Excellent benefits
⚡ Meaningful, hands-on work
Apply today and bring your skills to Batavia’s Electric team.
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/B69B54B12BAECDF7830950045E82C9A3/career-page?jpt=65657dbf18cb746a6467ab26d45462d0
Looking for a hands-on, outdoor job this summer? 🌞
The City of Batavia is hiring Public Works Seasonal Workers to help keep our community looking great and running smoothly.
Seasonal workers support the Streets, Public Properties & Services, and Water divisions with tasks like mowing, landscaping, cemetery and facility maintenance, and assisting with water system operations such as hydrant flushing and painting.
🕖 Schedule: Typically Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
💵 Pay: $17.00 per hour
✅ Requirements: Must be 18+, have a high school diploma or GED, and a valid Illinois driver’s license.
If you enjoy working outdoors and want to be part of a great team this summer, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Learn more and apply here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/B69B54B12BAECDF7830950045E82C9A3/jobs/59943
The City of Batavia is hiring Public Works Seasonal Workers to help keep our community looking great and running smoothly.
Seasonal workers support the Streets, Public Properties & Services, and Water divisions with tasks like mowing, landscaping, cemetery and facility maintenance, and assisting with water system operations such as hydrant flushing and painting.
🕖 Schedule: Typically Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
💵 Pay: $17.00 per hour
✅ Requirements: Must be 18+, have a high school diploma or GED, and a valid Illinois driver’s license.
If you enjoy working outdoors and want to be part of a great team this summer, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Learn more and apply here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/B69B54B12BAECDF7830950045E82C9A3/jobs/59943
🌳 Parkway Tree Program Returns!
The City of Batavia is once again offering residents the opportunity to purchase a parkway tree, supporting reforestation and a healthy, diverse urban forest. Each year, the City selects locally grown, high-quality tree species well suited for Batavia’s parkways.
Thanks to funding from the City’s Non-Reusable Bag Fee, trees are available at a discounted rate, which includes the tree, professional planting, and mulch. Due to high demand, each address is limited to one tree per request period.
🌱 Available species include Swamp White Oak, Marmo Freeman Maple, Jefferson Elm, American Hornbeam, China Snow Peking Lilac, Eastern Redbud, and Chinkapin Oak.
👉 Learn more and submit a request at https://www.bataviail.gov/o/pw/page/parkway-tree-program
The City of Batavia is once again offering residents the opportunity to purchase a parkway tree, supporting reforestation and a healthy, diverse urban forest. Each year, the City selects locally grown, high-quality tree species well suited for Batavia’s parkways.
Thanks to funding from the City’s Non-Reusable Bag Fee, trees are available at a discounted rate, which includes the tree, professional planting, and mulch. Due to high demand, each address is limited to one tree per request period.
🌱 Available species include Swamp White Oak, Marmo Freeman Maple, Jefferson Elm, American Hornbeam, China Snow Peking Lilac, Eastern Redbud, and Chinkapin Oak.
👉 Learn more and submit a request at https://www.bataviail.gov/o/pw/page/parkway-tree-program
The Batavia City Council Committee of the Whole meets at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 10. Agenda items include approval for the Residences at River Pointe Development, continued discussion on implementing contractor registration, and project status updates. The meeting is in Council Chambers, 100 N. Island Ave. and is open to the public. For a complete agenda, visit https://bataviail.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=247
The Batavia City Council meets at 7 p.m., Monday, Feb. 2. Agenda items include a proclamation to recognize Black History Month; annexation and zoning for Thompson Farm; and, a redevelopment agreement for 190 S. Water St. (the former Pamarco location). For a complete agenda visit https://bataviail.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=199
🚀 We’re Hiring! Join the City of Batavia Team
The City of Batavia has several exciting career opportunities for 2026. Whether you're a student looking to explore how a city works behind the scenes or a seasoned professional ready to make an impact, we have a role for you:
✨ Community Engagement Intern (Summer 2026)
A hands-on opportunity for upper-level undergrads or grad students to dive into city operations, create public-facing content, and help tell Batavia’s story.
🛠️ Civil Engineer
Lead and support major public improvement projects, enforce development standards, and help shape Batavia’s future infrastructure.
📐 Engineering Assistant
Support inspections, design, GIS, surveying, and project work in our Public Works Department. Ideal for those growing in the engineering field.
🚓🔥 Public Safety Management Analyst
A brand-new role supporting both Police and Fire with data analysis, project management, reporting, and program development.
👉 Learn more about each position—including qualifications, salary, benefits, and deadlines—and apply at:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/B69B54B12BAECDF7830950045E82C9A3/career-page
Join us and help shape Batavia’s future! 💛🏘️
The City of Batavia has several exciting career opportunities for 2026. Whether you're a student looking to explore how a city works behind the scenes or a seasoned professional ready to make an impact, we have a role for you:
✨ Community Engagement Intern (Summer 2026)
A hands-on opportunity for upper-level undergrads or grad students to dive into city operations, create public-facing content, and help tell Batavia’s story.
🛠️ Civil Engineer
Lead and support major public improvement projects, enforce development standards, and help shape Batavia’s future infrastructure.
📐 Engineering Assistant
Support inspections, design, GIS, surveying, and project work in our Public Works Department. Ideal for those growing in the engineering field.
🚓🔥 Public Safety Management Analyst
A brand-new role supporting both Police and Fire with data analysis, project management, reporting, and program development.
👉 Learn more about each position—including qualifications, salary, benefits, and deadlines—and apply at:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/B69B54B12BAECDF7830950045E82C9A3/career-page
Join us and help shape Batavia’s future! 💛🏘️
